Freedom
Leadership Series

This Series Prepares Our Students to be Future Leaders.

FEBURARY 28, 2024

Governor
Ron DeSantis

Governor Ron DeSantis visited The Freedom Institute of Collier County to emphasize Florida's education achievements and its top ranking in school choice nationwide. He engaged in a Q&A session with co-founder Tom Grady, discussing the diverse opportunities available to Florida students.

Freedom Leadership Series
Guest Speakers

Our students interact directly with Freedom Leaders, learning from these extraordinarily successful individuals about their careers and contributions to our country and community.

2024

Garrett Richter

Former Member of the Florida Senate
Garrett Richter is a Republican politician from Florida. He served as a member of the Florida Senate from 2008 to 2016, representing parts of Collier and Lee counties in Southwest Florida. Prior to being elected to the Senate, Richter served one term in the Florida House of Representatives, representing a Naples-based district from 2006 to 2008.

Mike Barbone

Education Developer and Instructor, Revs Institute
Michael Barbone, the Education Developer & Instructor for the RevsEd program, boasts a distinguished career spanning four decades that began in the automotive repair industry. He now dedicates his time to teaching automotive repair, igniting the minds of countless students. He is proud to contribute to the development of the RevsEd initiative and feels fortunate to have his life passions evolve into his dream position.

Governor Ron DeSantis

46th Governor of Florida
Governor Ron DeSantis visited The Freedom Institute of Collier County to emphasize Florida's education achievements and its top ranking in school choice nationwide. He engaged in a Q&A session with co-founder Tom Grady, discussing the diverse opportunities available to Florida students.

Governor Scott Walker

President, Young America's Foundation and 45th Governor of Wisconsin
Governor Scott Walker spoke about his current job responsibilities as the President of Young America's Foundation (YAF) and his political journey as the former Wisconsin governor. He also shared opportunities for our students to get involved within the YAF.

2023

Jeff Poteet

General Manager, City of Marco Island Water and Sewer
Jeff Poteet shared about the organization, structure, and career opportunities available for students with the City of Marco Island, specifically in the water and sewer department.

Dr. Tammy Caraker

Director of Accelerated Pathways Programs, Florida SouthWestern State College - Collier Campus
Dr. Tammy Caraker presented to students and parents at an evening event about the fantastic dual enrollment opportunities available to high school homeschool students. Many of our students seized the opportunity and are enrolled in dual enrollment courses this spring semester.

James Haick

President, Scout Comics
James Haick spoke to students about graphic design and the comic world industry. He shared his own path in entrepreneurship and how he became successful in the comic world.

Keith West

Owner, Rex Air
Keith West was our frst guest speaker at Freedom. He presented to students about the Rex Air facility, the history of aviation, and multiple opportunities available to high school students interested in pursuing aviation careers.

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